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 "Meetings
Made Easy" Package from RMB468
Crowne Plaza Park View Wuzhou Beijing offers 477 well-designed
guest rooms including 39 suites, featuring the very best facilities
and plenty of room to relax. Choose from our flexible and innovative
packages or choose from our extensive a la carte menu. Our wide
range of facilities, ranging from well-equipped meeting rooms
to function rooms and the Crowne Ballroom, enables us to customize
our service to ensure that your function is a complete triumph.
Simply call our Sales team now and we'll take care of the rest.
Simply quote "Meetings Made Easy" Package when contacting
our Crowne Meetings Team. Tel: (8610) 8498 2288; Fax: (8610)
8499 2933; E-mail: rsvn.cppvbj@ihg.com;
www.crowneplaza.com/meeting
 "Hot"
Spring Promotion at Grand Millennium Beijing
RMB1088 + 15% Per Room Per Night: Superior Accommodation | Daily
Breakfast for one person | Complimentary Internet Service |
Additional breakfast RMB 178+15%. Rooms & rates are subject
to availability and confirmation from hotel. For bookings please
call (8610) 8587 6888; Email: reservations@grandmillenniumbeijing.com
Deluxe
Promotion at Hotel Kunlun
This May, receive a RMB 200 voucher, as well as complimentary
Afternoon Tea Buffet for two, when you reserve a Premier Deluxe
Room! Hotel Kunlun's spacious Premier Deluxe Rooms measure 44
square meters in size, and boast contemporary restrooms that
include separate bath and shower facilities, as well as LCD
television screens. Carefully selected furnishings and amenities
complete these sleek yet comfortable rooms. Promotion Period:
1 to 31 May 2009. Vouchers valid from 1 May to 31 December 2009.
To reserve a room, kindly contact: (8610) 6590 3473 or mailto:
res@hotelkunlun.com.
Hotel Kunlun reserves the right to amend all terms & conditions
without prior notice.
 Kempinski
Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center Meeting Package
March 1 - December 31, 2009. Full Day Package: Rmb 668.00 net
per person: A meetings concierge executive dedicated throughout
your event | Welcome coffee and tea | Morning and afternoon
coffee breaks with freshly brewed coffee, fine tea and assorted
home-made cookies | Two bottles of local mineral water per person
during your meeting | Your choice of: International lunch buffet;
3-course western set menu; Chinese set menu; Local mineral water
and soft drinks included | Main meeting room according to your
number of delegates | Stationery and mints | One flip-chart
or white board | 20 table name cards | Registration desk | One
flower arrangement for the meeting room or registration desk.
For reservations please contact: Tel: (8610) 6465 3388 ext.
4126; E-mail: meeting.beijing@kempinski.com;
Website: www.kempinski-beijing.com
 Lexington
--- You Deserve It
The Lexington Shenyang Rich Gate Hotel, near the North Railway
station offers 610 oversized rooms and suites of a minimum of
55m 2 include large bathrooms with separate shower, broadband
internet access, iron and ironing board and fantastic view over
the city. The Top of Shenyang, our 28th Floor, offers a cozy
Club Lounge and our popular Skydeck Cafe. State-of-the-art meeting,
convention and fitness facilities and unparalleled Services,
complete the new place to be in Shenyang! For reservations,
please call (8624) 2259 8888 or go to www.lexingtonshenyang.cn
 Weekday
Promotion of Resort Cluster at OCT East Shenzhen
1 night accommodation at Interlaken OCT Hotel starts from RMB1788
net, including Tea Stream Valley, Tea Show & SPA admissions
and breakfast | 1 night accommodation at The Mahayana OCT Boutique
Hotel starts from RMB1588 net, including Tea Stream Valley and
breakfast | 1 night accommodation at Parkview O•City Hotel starts
from RMB988 net, including Tea Stream Valley, SPA admissions
and breakfast | 1 night accommodation at Aqua OCT Boutique Hotel
starts from RMB1388 net, including Knight Valley admission and
breakfast | Only valid on weekdays (from Sunday to Thursday),
valid thru June 30th | Package is subject to room availability
and advanced reservation is required | Hotel reserves the right
of final interpretation. OCT East, Dameisha, Yantian District,
Shenzhen. Tel: (86 755) 8888 3333; Fax: (86 755) 8888 3331.
rsvn@interlakenocthotel.com;
www.interlakenocthotel.com
 Summer
Getaway - Family Package @ Sanya Marriott Resort & Spa
Come to Sanya Marriott Resort & Spa and enjoy a perfect
beach holiday with your family, friends and your loved one.
Family Package starts from 3,888 RMB / 3 nights includes *Round
trip airport transfers. *Luxurious accommodation. *Daily breakfast
for two. *Free breakfast for kids below 12 years old. *Dining
credit to the value of RMB 500. *One kid's cup for free flow
drink in any of our resort outlets. *Activities for kids &
adults * Free use of DVD player and a wide selection of DVDs
and more... Valid until October 31, 2009, terms and conditions
apply. Book now: 0898 - 8856 1133 and 400 888 5551 (China) or
book online: sanyamarriottresort.com
 Celebrating
25 Years of Defining Global Living at Somerset Grand Fortune
Garden, Beijing
Ideally located within the Third Embassy District and
Lufthansa Business Area, close to international schools &
clinics and You Yi Shopping City Beijing Lufthansa Center. The
residence is ideal for executives and their families looking
for a balanced and enriching lifestyle. Join us in our 25th
Anniversary celebrations with special rates and promotions starting
1 April 2009! Enjoy 25% off Best Available Rates; Enjoy 1 Free
night for every month's stay; Refer a guest and be rewarded
with free nights; Enjoy Grand Lucky Draw - 25 Years with Ascott.
For details check at http://www.somerset.com/en/china/beijing/somerset_grand_fortune_garden.html;
China Toll Free Number: 400 820 1028; Email: enquiry.china@the-ascott.com
 The
Heat is on. Reward Yourself.
The heat is on. Reward yourself from RMB 1700 per person per
night. Embrace relaxation, invigoration and renewal. Package
includes complimentary upgrade to a renewal room, full buffet
breakfast on us, 60 min Chinese massage, and one relaxing Bathologist
treatment. A holistic summer package to renew your mind, body
and soul at The Westin Beijing Financial Street. This exclusive
offer is valid until 30 September 2009 subject to 15% service
charge. Terms and conditions apply. To make a reservation please
call (8610) 6606 8866 or email reservation.beijing@westin.com
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 Nightlife |
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 Brand
New Venue, Brand New Menu
The 2nd Office is an perfect place for a party or meeting with
private rooms & wonderful atmosphere. Just tell us your budget
& requires we do the rest! The best Mexican food and Tapas
in town. Mon-Fri 17:00-22:00; Sat-Sun 12:00-22:00. Girls Night
Tuesdays 8 pm First Free cocktail. Queens Party &Texas Hold'em
Night are going out. Franks ladies night every Monday 20.00-22.00,
ladies drink free! Address: Jiang Tai Xi Lu 9-3, west of the Rosedale
Hotel. Lido area. Tel: (8610) 6437 8399; 1390 491 6811; 1358 160
0066.
 Now
The Goose & Duck Cheerleading "G"EE"D"ETTES
7 Days a Week 9:30pm
Serving Beijing's International Community "Since 1996"
Open 24 Hours Year Round! The Goose & Duck complex lets you
experience "4" venues of entertainment with twice the
atmosphere at half the price! "4" venue "Happy
Hour" everyday 4pm to 8pm all drinks! 2 for the price of
1... *"24" hour sports pub *Interactive sports arena.
*Chinese hot pot & party teppanyaki tables & rooms *Comedy
& magic club Monday thru Saturday: International acts! Show
/ drink: RMB 200p/p, 8:30pm - 10:30pm. Discount nites: Discount
Shows! "4" Nights A Week for Everyone…,Monday, Tuesday,
Wednesday, Thursday, Only! RMB100 for Everything. March! Food
& drink specials for world baseball classic 2009 Beijing's
complete entertainment and party destination. Address: Greenlake
Place, Tower S1 Green Lake International Tower (East side of Chaoyang
Park 4th Ring Road) Chaoyang district. Tel: (8610) 5928 3045 /46
/47, hotline: 1390 108 7774. E-mail: gd@vip.sina.com
 Pussycat
Dolls New Album Launch Party
In cooperation with Universal Music, Vics Club presents PCD's
new album Doll Domination to you as part of its anniversary celebration.
Come to spend a wild party night with Pussycate Dolls. Dress Code:
as sexy and cute as a cat. Free drinks before 12am. 8pm-2am, May
13. Vics TEL (8610) 5293 0333 More details on www.clubzone.com.
 A
Family Affair
Deep house DJ siblings Dirty Harry & Mr. Soon. Get ready to
gush like their gay old granny and join them for a special reunion
after Dirty Harry returns from Rome after 9 months of separation.
10pm-4am, May 14. White Rabbit Club, C2 Lucky Street Chaoyang
Park West Road TEL 135 2126 3552. For more info, please visit
www.98street.com.
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 Dining Out |
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Hangzhou
Cuisine at Crowne Plaza Park View Wuzhou Beijing
Hangzhou food is major style of Zhejiang cuisine, which is one
of the eight major Chinese cooking styles. Applauded for its tenderness,
freshness and crispness, Zhejiang cuisine is best represented
by Hangzhou dishes which is a welcome relief from the greasy dishes.
Hangzhou cuisine is the most distinctive of the Zhejiang sub-groups
with its elaborate preparation and wide variety of cooking techniques.
The dishes are not only delicious in taste and but also extremely
elegant in appearance. Our Guest chefs from Hangzhou are all set
to cook up fresh flavors in YueFengGe for this spring. Time: Lunch
11:30AM-14:30PM; Dinner 17:30PM-22:00PM; Venue: Yue Feng Ge; Lobby
Level of Crowne Plaza Park View Wuzhou Beijing. Tel: (8610) 8498
2288 ext 6181.
All-You-Can-Eat
A La Carte, Freshly Prepared Dim Sum
Come and indulge in the most authentic Cantonese Dim Sum, freshly
steamed & prepared by our Hong Kong Chef, order from A La
Carte, for just CNY128 net per person! Get a 10% early-bird discount
when paying bill before 12:30pm. Every Saturday & Sunday 11:00am-2:30pm.
Starts from 28th March, 2009. Advanced reservation is required.
F&B Hotline: (8610) 6530 9383. PS: Don't forget about our
Daily Soup...available 7 days a week.
Family
Sunday Lobster Brunch
Hotel Kunlun unveils Skyline Cafe's Family Sunday Lobster Brunch
Buffet. Spotlighting the Cafe's signature fresh lobster, and accompanied
by live music, Hotel Kunlun's Sunday Brunch is a great treat for
kids! Movies, video games, clay, drawing boards, balloon-twisting,
magic, and figurine-making, will wow kids all afternoon! Price:
RMB228+15% per person (with free flow of soft drinks); RMB298+15%
per person (with free flow of sparkling wine, red and white wine,
cocktails, draft beer, and soft drinks). Half price for children
under 1.2 meters. Tel: (8610) 6590 3229.
 Ready
For Champagne?
Enjoy your preferred Champagne with or without strawberries
at our Lobby Lounge any time, day or night...During the month
of May we will surprise you with our special flavoured Champagne
cocktails. The Rendez-vous Bar & Lounge offers live piano
music everyday from 6:45pm to 10:30pm. Opening Hours: 8:00am to
1:00am. For reservations please call (8610) 6465 3388 ext 4145
or e-mail us at restaurant.beijing@kempinski.com
Experience
the Award Winning InspiRED Sunday Bubbly Brunch
The Westin Beijing Financial Street elevates their guest
experience with the inspiRED Sunday Bubbly Brunch. Be greeted
by a sea of red decorations in and around an even more extensive
buffet featuring gastronomic delights from all over the world.
Donate RMB 15 to receive a free flow of varying red cocktails.
All proceeds will go towards the "UNICEF check out for children"
program to help immunize children in developing countries. Prices
start from RMB 368 per person with free flow Pommery Pop champagne,
wine, beer and cocktails, RMB 298 with free flow soft drinks,
juice and mocktails, RMB 148 kids below 12 years. From 11:30am
to 3:00pm and all prices are subject to a 15% service charge.
To make a reservation call (8610) 6629 7810 and be inspiRED!
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 Travel Information |
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|  Daily
Flights from Beijing/Shanghai to Istanbul
Daily operations to more than 132 major European cities and Middle
East countries, also regular flights to North Africa, Central
Asia, North America and Far East major cities. For more information,
please visit www.thy.com or call
us TK Beijing:(8610) 6465 1867, TK Shanghai:(8621) 3222 0022 or
click here
Dishuihu
Nature Reserve
Located in Xiawan Village of Qianjiadian Town, Dishuihu Nature
Reserve features deep valley and narrow gorges, competing peaks
and luxuriant forests which together form amazing scenery to tourists.
Besides, there are many strange caverns and holes on the mountain,
with caves in caves, and lakes in caves. You won't miss to visit
Dishuihu is you like to explore and adventure. How to reach: by
No. 919 bus to Yanqing, or take No. 916 bus to Yanqing then change
to another bus to Dongmao. By cars: go along the Badaling Expressway
and straight to Yanting. Ticket price: RMB25 per person. TEL (8610)
6018 4471
Get
Discounted Air Service With Beijing Feiyan
Beijing Feiyan Air Service is a major agent engaged in air ticket
selling. We have signed with a large number of domestic and foreign
airlines and established long-term relations with them so we can
offer the best price for you. At present, the United States-China
Summer Special Offers are available: Beijing-San Francisco/Los
Angeles roundtrip: RMB3600; Beijing-New York roundtrip: RMB4200;
Beijing-Chicago roundtrip: RMB4900. Note: all the prices do not
include tax and effective for six months. TEL (8610) 6404 7216
Your
Personal European Travel Expert
As the sole agent of Tallink Siljia cruise and DFDS cruise
in China, we are devoted to providing tourism service to northern
European countries. We offer services like introduction to the
northern European countries, classic routes, scenery introduction
and visa application etc. For details about us, please call (8610)
6446 5257 or fax (8610) 6446 5223. You can also visit us at Room
607, Block A, Xintiandi, 1 A, Xibahe Nanlu, Chaoyang District.
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 Education |
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 Etonkids
International and Bilingual Kindergartens
Etonkids International/Bilingual kindergartens have campuses in
Beijing, Shanghai, and throughout China. Our pre-schools combine
world-class kindergarten education with the finest bilingual preschool
instruction available in China. Certified English speaking kindergarten
teachers, Montessori preschool education practices, modern facilities,
and a warm nurturing preschool environment foster your child's
development. Experience the Etonkids Advantage with a free trial
at campus near you! www.etonkids.com
Tel: 400-818-9098.
 The
British School of Beijing
The British School of Beijing provides the English National
Curriculum for the expatriate community of Beijing. The school's
educational approach arises out of the best practices found in
British schools around the world, emphasizing high academic results,
respect for one another, and a diverse academic and extra-curricular
programme. As a result, students are provided with the qualifications
and skills to enter universities worldwide. The British School
of Beijing is at the centre of a committed community with parents,
teachers and friends of the school dedicated to the children's
success. Further information or visit to the school can be arranged
etc. Mailto: info@britishschool.org.cn
or Tel: (8610) 8532-3088.
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Health & Fitness |
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Alexander
Health Club
Alexander Health Club is a top leisure venue in China. We have high-tech
sports equipment and a monthly synchronized course of more than
1000. We provide "energy fitness", "health slimming",
"private SPA", "diet", "dance" and
"Yoga," international standard tennis courts, squash courts,
a private spa pool, a swimming pool and so on. Address: 6 Men Wai
Avenue Chaoyang District, Beijing TEL (8610) 6597 0088
Waldo
Beijing Medical Beauty Clinic
Waldo Beijing Medical Beauty Clinic is established by well-known
expert Dr. Liu Yanjun. We have elegant clinic environment, and
a variety of advanced facilities to provide cosmetic surgery and
hair transplant surgery and other services. Address: Room 306,
Block B, No. 28 (C), Di'anmen Avenue, Xicheng District TEL (8610)
6615 5198
Beijing
Center for Plastic Surgery
Beijing Center of Plastic Surgery is located inside Beijing Southeast
Plastic Surgery Hospital. Close to the main truck of the capital,
we are one of the largest in north China's modernization professional
laser beauty plastic one. Plastic surgery include Korean Reform,
liposuction weight loss, breast enhancement, breast plastic surgery,
eye plastic surgery, double eyelid etc. Address: 109 Nongguangli,
Jinsong, Chaoyang District Tel: (8610) 8663 3022
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 Relocations |
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International
Moving & Storage Service Provider-SD International Moving &
Storage
We have the most experienced and well-trained packers for both your
international and domestic moves to ensure that packing and loading
takes place correctly. We offer: residential moving services and
international moving services as well as storage services. If you
choose us, you will have a highly skilled Move Consultant and can
choose from a range of transit options to suit your timetable and
budget. Address: Room 1403, Building 1, Guanzhuangxili, Chaoyang
Road, Chaoyang District. For details, please call (8610) 6573 8155.
Move
One Relocation
Move One Relocation is an international relocation and moving
company. We have specialized in providing fully integrated relocation
solution for companies and their international assignees, including
home search and familiarization programs, property management,
cultural awareness programs and im/export of household goods &
personal effects. Address: RM1208, #2 bldg. Zhubang 2000, #99
Balizhuang Xili, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 6561 4046
Jinma
Relocation
A professional home moving company that helps you move your piano,
furniture and any home articles to wherever you want. We've vehicles
of many different types and branches across town to meet your
demand. Our staff is well trained and skillful in handling you
belongings. We have a computerized system to dispatch you service
in the most timely manner. Starting price: RMB200 for individuals
and RMB220 for companies. Hotline: (8610) 6281 3411
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 Jobs |
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| Check
for new positions available at the Canadian Embassy!
Surf to http://www.xianzai.com.cn/canada
Full-time Math
And Science Teacher Wanted
Dalian World Youth Academy is looking for a full time
teacher to teach the upper level Math and Science subjects in
the Pre-IB (10th grade) class. We are looking for a healthy, energetic
native english speaker preferably with previous experience in
teaching IB, MYP, A level or AP courses in foreign countries or
international schools. Applicant must have a University degree
and a minimum of three years experience in teaching. Those interested
can email us at dalwya@gmail.com. |
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|  International
Accountants... LehmanBrown... providing an alternative:
Professional Services: Audit, Taxation, Company Secretarial,
Legal Financial Accounting: CFO Function, Bookkeeping, Accounting
& financial advise, Office Administration Management Accounting:
Budgeting & Forecasting, Cash flow Management, Market Growth
Strategies, Learning Centre Systems Solutions: Systems Implementation,
Internal Process review, Information Management Business Management:
Merger & Acquisition integration, Market Entry Strategy, Business
Due Diligence, Mergers & Acquisitions & Divestitures www.lehmanbrown.com
Beijing Tel: +86 10 85321720, Fax: +86 10 65323270 Shanghai Tel:
+86 21 62881635, Fax: +86 21 62881636 Hong Kong Tel: +852 25375425,
Fax: +852 25375649 E-mail: beijing@lehmanbrown.com, shanghai@lehmanbrown.com, hongkong@lehmanbrown.com
ChinaESL
ChinaESL is a professional recruiter and visa service company
for foreigners based in Beijing. We have always kept good relationships
with our foreign clients as well as with the schools, and enjoyed
a good reputation in the industry. TEL (8610) 6656 2633 (Xicheng
District Headquarters) TEL (8610) 6570 2931 (Chaoyang headquarters)
Beijing
Century Sunshine Home Service
Beijing Century Sunshine Home Services Ltd. is a professional
and large-scale domestic service provider. Since our inception,
we have been dedicated to providing scientific, professional and
standard domestic services. We take strict measures in staff recruitment,
training, induction, management and other aspects to ensure that
all our staff have a good service attitude and service skills.
Our main services are: Nannies, child-rearing, cleaning workers,
cooking and other hourly workers. Address: 2A, No. 3 Building,
Hua Ao Center, No. 31 Zizhuyuan Road, Haidian District. TEL (8610)
6845 4005
Yingke
Law Firm
As one of the most exciting international law firms, we excel
in providing business and commercial-related legal services to
enterprises. We are based in Mainland China, but have a broad
international clientele. We provide high-level services to local
and international clients with an efficient, professional spirit
as the aim of our practice. Address: 5th Floor, Tower C, Dacheng
International Center, No. 76, East 4th Ring Road, Chaoyang District
TEL (8610) 5962 6911 |
 Biz Exhibitions
& Art Exhibitions |
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Beijing
International Bus & Components Exhibition 2009
May 11-15, Beijing Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6831 6677
The 7th Beijing International Printing Technology
Exhibition
May 12-16, China International Exhibition Center New Hall TEL
(8610) 8809 9621
The 7th Beijing
International Commercial Automobile & Components Exhibition
May 13-15, Beijing Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6831 6677
The 13th Process Automation
Technology & Equipment Exhibition
May 13-16, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 8460
0223
The 9th China Nutrition
Products & Family Medical And Healthcare Industry Exposition
May 14-16, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 8460
0223
China (Beijing) International
Organic Food & Nutritious Oil Exposition 2009
May 14-16, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 8460
0223
Beijing Auto Exhibition
2009
Admission: RMB10. May 15-18, China National Agricultural Exhibition
Hall TEL (8610) 6429 9109
Domus Collection
Works of Anish Kapoor, Dingyi, Gao Yeling and many others will
be selected for the show to promote cross-culture exchange.
May 18-July 31, White Space Beijing TEL (8610) 8456 2054
A+A Fourth Round Exhibition:
100% Nicotine
Featuring works of Fan Mingzheng, Huang Yang, Huang Yan, Jiang
Huajun, Ji Lei, Jiang Shanchun and more.
April 49-May 20, Pifo New Art Space TEL (8610) 5978 9562
J.M.W. Turner Painting
Exhibition
J.M.W. is one of the greatest artists from Britain. His classic
works, including "Snow Storm: Hannibal and His Army Crossing
the Alps 1812" and The Decline of the Carthaginian Empire,
are now shown in China.
April 24-June 28, China National Museum of Fine Arts TEL (8610)
6401 7076
"Span"-Chinese
Abstract Arts Exhibition
April 18-May 18, Beijing Jindu Art Center TEL (8610) 5130 5546
"Edge Of Knife-Reconstruction
Of Leifeng Tower"
Featuring artists Qiu Zhijie, Yang Jinsong, Chen Wei, Li Qing,
Lu Lei and more.
April 18-May 31, SZ Art Center TEL (8610) 5978 9213
Photo Exhibit: Differences
Between Men And Women
April 4-May 30, Paris-Beijing Photo Gallery TEL (8610) 8459 9263
Game Of Acting The
Fool II
Featuring artists Chen Fei, Deng Jianjin, Guo Jin, Huang Jun,
Jiang Heng, Jia Gang and many others.
April 4-June 3, Gallery TN TEL (8610) 5978 9550
Equality Of All Substance-Zhou
Jinhua's Solo Exhibition
April 5-May 15, Gallery Beijing Space TEL (8610) 8459 9304
Ji Xiang
Works of Cao Peilun, Hong Hao, Shi Xinji, Su Xinping and Yang
Hongwei are on the show.
March 15-May 20, Aye Gallery TEL (8610) 8422 1726 |
 Theater &
Performances |
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Beijing
Playhouse presents Romeo and Juliet.
China's English Broadway theatre brings Shakespeare's classic
Romeo and Juliet to Beijing from May 8 to 31. Love, romance...and
a little bit of humor. That's what makes this Shakespeare's most
popular show of all time fun for the whole family. Presented at
the performance space at Block 8 at the West Gate of Chaoyang
park. Tickets: performance@beijingplayhouse.com
or 137 1892 8922.
Drama In Commemorating
5-12 Earthquake
Tickets selling for RMB50-120.
7:30pm, May 12. Penghao Theater TEL (8610) 6400 6472
Requiem Of The Earth-Wenquan
Earthquake Anniversary Concert
Tickets selling for RMB80-580.
7:30pm, May 12. NCPA-Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0000
Drama: Life
In Chinese dialogues. Tickets selling for RMB40-500.
7:30pm, May 12-17, Capital Theatre TEL (8610) 6524 6789
Concert By
Stradivaria Quartet Of France
Tickets selling for RMB30-380.
7:30pm, May 13. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Concert By Chinese
String Soloist
Tickets selling for RMB80-480.
7:30pm, May 13. NCPA-Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0000
Pittsburgh Symphony
Orchestra Concert
Being an essential part of Pittsburgh's cultural landscape, The
Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra prides itself in artistic excellence,
a rich history of the world's finest conductors and musicians,
a strong commitment to the Pittsburgh region, and the cultivation
of its family of constituents and households. Tickets selling
for RMB180-1280.
7:30pm, May 14-15. NCPA-Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0000
Concert For Centenary
Anniversary of Peking Opera Celebrity Yang Baosen's Birth
Tickets selling for RMB100-1000.
7:30pm, May 15. NCPA-Theatre TEL (8610) 6655 0893
Peking Opera: Hu Jia
Zhuang/Beating The Royal Robe
Tickets selling for RMB80-2080.
7:30pm, May 15. Mei Lan Fang Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 5833 1288/1388
Teresa Teng Classic
Songs
Tickets selling for RMB80-1280.
7:30pm, May 15-16. Beijing Exhibition Theatre TEL (8610) 6835
4455
Peking Opera: Yu Tang
Chun
Tickets selling for RMB80-2080.
7:30pm, May 16. Mei Lan Fang Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 5833 1288/1388
Peking Opera: Wu Zi
Xu
Tickets selling for RMB80-580.
7:30pm, May 16. NCPA-Theatre TEL (8610) 6655 0893
Selections
Of Recondita Armonia And Art Songs
Tickets selling for RMB80-580.
7:30pm, May 16. NCPA-Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0000
Concert By Symphony
Orchestra Of Concordia University
Tickets selling for RMB20-120.
7:30pm, May 16. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5846
Beijing Opera
Symphony Concert
Tickets selling for RMB30-500.
7:30pm, May 16-17. Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 6500 1188 ext 5126/5127
Peking Opera:
Jieting Falls To The Enemy/Ruse Of Empty City/Behead Ma Su
Tickets selling for RMB80-580.
7:30pm, May 17. NCPA-Theatre TEL (8610) 6655 0893
Peking Opera: Qin Xiang
Lian
Tickets selling for RMB80-2080.
7:30pm, May 17. Mei Lan Fang Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 5833 1288/1388
Bilingual Magic Puppet
Show: Peter And The Wolf
Peter and The Wolf is a classic symphonic fairy tale with both
music and text by Serigei Prokofiev. It tells the story of how
the little mischievous but marvelous boy Peter subdues the wolf
with the assistance of his animal fellows. Tickets selling for
RMB100 and RMB120.
7:30pm, May 9-24. China Puppet Theatre TEL (8610) 6425 4798 |
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| Monday,
May 11, 2009
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Pub Quiz
Come test your brain with our wine specials all night.
7:30pm. The Bookworm TEL (8610) 6586 9507
Happy Hour
+ Business Set Lunch Special
Buy one get one free on draft beers and house spirits, and complimentary
house wine for ladies during the All-Star Happy Hour time from
1-3pm and 5-7pm. RMB50 set business lunch includes 1 appetizer
and 1 main entree between 11am-2pm. RMB10 for an additional dessert.
Bling Club All Star TEL (8610) 5905 6999
Schnitzel
Day
Die Kochmuetzen replenishes your energy for the week ahead: we
offer you All You Can Eat Schnitzels (escalopes). RMB60-78 various
styles, from the famous Wiener Schnitzel to Gypsy Escalope and
Escalope Italia.
Die Kochmuetzen TEL (8610) 5869 3830
Tuesday,
May 12, 2009
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Lighting The Love Candle
An event to mark the one year anniversary of 5-12 Wenchuan Earthquake.
RMB80/100.
8pm. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
Lady's Night
@ Angel
A super high themed party where you can make every decision on
your own. Free admission.
8:30pm till late. Angel Club TEL (8610) 6552 8888
Drama In Commemorating
5-12 Earthquake
7:30pm. Penghao Theater TEL (8610) 6400 6472
Requiem Of
The Earth-Wenquan Earthquake Anniversary Concert
7:30pm. NCPA-Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0000
Ladies Night
Free drinks and prizes for ladies. Free.
9pm. Bling TEL (8610) 5905 6999
Mini Skirt
Party
Featuring Hip Hop and House. Ladies in mini skirt will get unlimited
Vodka all night.
8pm till late. Night Club TEL (8610) 6501 6698
Wednesday,
May 13, 2009
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Big Brekkie: Get Healthy With Strawberry
Come to a "Guilt-free" breakfast with Inn! YES ... we
will have strawberries for breakfast! RMB80for a sumptuous breakfast
buffet!
10am. Schindlers Anlegestelle TEL (8610) 6463 1108
Pussycat Dolls
New Album Launch Party
8pm-2am. Vics TEL (8610) 5293 0333
Concert By
Stradivaria Quartet Of France
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Concert By
Chinese String Soloist
7:30pm. NCPA-Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0000
Dr Feel Good
Brand new cutting edge electro rock from talented pop music producer
Zeng Yu, the capital's most wanted drummer Diao Lei and "Zuo
You" keyboardist Guo Feng. RMB30.
9:30pm. Yugong Yishan TEL (8610) 6404 2711
Frank's Quiz
RMB20. 8pm. Frank's Place TEL (8610) 6437 8399
Candy Shop
Every Wednesday is Candy Shop-the Block 8's version of Ladies
Night. Free candy cocktails for ladies all night long. Special
drinks for gentlemen as well.
9pm. Block 8 TEL (8610) 6508 8585
One World
One Salsa
With the slogan of One World One Salsa, we not only teach you
how to dance, but also offer you a perfect chance for networking.
Can't dance, no problem! We have professional coaches who will
teach you free of charge and enable you to dance immediately.
One selected cocktail on special offer each time.
8:30pm-9:30pm. Trader Vic's TEL (86) 139 1098 9820
Thursday,
May 14, 2009
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A Family Affair
Deep house DJ siblings Dirty Harry & Mr. Soon.
10pm-4am. C2 Lucky Street, Chaoyang Park TEL 135 2126 3552
Wino Thursday
For just RMB30 you can try a glass of authentic French wine. Free.
7pm. La Baie Des Anges TEL (8610) 6657 1605
Champagne
Night
Come to enjoy the most incredible champagne deal in Beijing. Buy
2 bottles champagne, get one free specials.
8pm-2am. Vics TEL (8610) 5393 0333
Ladies Night
2 for 1 for Ladies. The Kings Bar, outside the south gate of Capital
Paradise, Shunyi TEL (8610) 8046 5456
Friday,
May 15, 2009
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Su Xie-Chuan Yue Album Release
Tickets selling for RMB40/50.
8pm. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
Concert For
Centenary Anniversary of Peking Opera Celebrity Yang Baosen's
Birth
7:30pm. NCPA-Theatre TEL (8610) 6655 0893
Peking Opera:
Hu Jia Zhuang/Beating The Royal Robe
7:30pm. Mei Lan Fang Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 5833 1288/1388
Friday Beer
Promotion
One Meter HB beer (11 glasses) including 1 Butcher Starter (cold
cut platter) for RMB250 only!
Die Kochmuzen TEL (8610) 5869 3830
Alfa's 80's-We
Built This City On Rock & Roll
Alfa 80s - Beijing's longest running weekly event celebrates the
best of 80s Rock, and Heavy Metal music. Come bang heads with
the infamous Side B, DJ Bowie and Sweet FA as we Rock The Casbah!
Free selected cocktails for Ladies before the clock strikes Midnight.
"Rock Band" competition held from 8 to 10pm. Prizes
thrown out to the craziest Rock n Rollers!
9pm. Alfa TEL (8610) 6413 0086
Saturday,
May 16, 2009
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Convenience Shop 2009 EP Release
RMB60/80. 8pm. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
Peking Opera:
Yu Tang Chun
7:30pm. Mei Lan Fang Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 5833 1288/1388
Peking Opera:
Wu Zi Xu
7:30pm. NCPA-Theatre TEL (8610) 6655 0893
Selections
Of Recondita Armonia And Art Songs
7:30pm. NCPA-Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0000
Concert By
Symphony Orchestra Of Concordia University
7:30pm. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5846
Saturday Night
Live Sports
The Kings Bar, outside the south gate of Capital Paradise, Shunyi
TEL (8610) 8046 545
Sunday,
May 17, 2009
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Peking Opera: Jieting Falls To The Enemy/Ruse Of Empty
City/Behead Ma Su
7:30pm. NCPA-Theatre TEL (8610) 6655 0893
Peking Opera:
Qin Xiang Lian
7:30pm. Mei Lan Fang Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 5833 1288/1388
Sunday Solid
Gold
Every Sunday nite, we take you back to the Disco of 90's, 80's,
70's and more. Advance booking recommended.
Club Suzie Wong TEL (8610) 6500 3377
Buy One Get
One Free Sundays
All drinks buy one get one free at the counter (imported wines
and discounted drinks excluded. Spend RMB10000 and get 24 bottles
of selected imported wines, spend RMB5000 to get ten bottles of
specified wines.
8pm-2am. Vics TEL (8610) 5293 0333 |
 Upcoming Events |
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Vandalism
Vandalism are hard on the heels of their buzz'd debut Girls &
Boys, a track championed by the hard-to-please club DJ elite as
"sinister" and "killer". Never Say Never takes
no prisoners with its aggressive electro house stance and you just
may like it better if you don't sleep on it. Call the cops now,
Vandalism will destroy your neighborhood clubs! 10pm-2am, Friday,
May 22. Coco Banana TEL (8610) 6552 6969
Dragon Boats With Beats
Best Dancer Contest with big prizes to be WON! Another great Chinese
holiday, made even more fun at Bling! Early reservations will
receive a wrapped "dumpling" full of surprise gifts!
Even more surprises await, so see you there. Dress code: free
entry for anyone wearing traditional Chinese-style outfits. 9pm-3am,
May 29. Bling Club All Star TEL 138 1055 7239
Expat
Show Beijing 2009
The 2nd edition of Expat Show Beijing 2009 will take place on
May 22-24, 2009 at the China World Trade Centre. Expat Show Beijing
covers everything you need to know when moving to or living in
Beijing, from education to financial advice, from health insurance
to embassy representatives. Three days to meet all kind of service
providers, communities, and other visitors, to enjoy all the different
activities in the show, to understand better the Chinese perspective.
So be sure to note the dates in your agenda and pre-register at
www.expatshowbeijing.com to win a lot of gifts for FREE!!!
Mini
Skirts & Sexy Heels Party
Mini skirts, hot pants & bra top etc. Free admission for the
right dress code before mid night; Men: - Smart casual. (NO sleeper
or flip flop for both sexes). Advance booking strongly recommended.
May 22. Club Suzie Wong TEL (8610) 6500 3377
Beijing
Electronic Music Festival
Three stages, 15 hours, 20 artists, 10000 people, 46000s.q.m.
open-air plaza-China's First Electronic Music Festival will be
held on May 23, 2009 when world-renowned electronic DJs, producers,
and visual artists will join forces with local artists at "Intro
2009". The breathtaking line-up promises mind-blowing performances
on two stages, and features over 20 top-notch DJs/VJs including
Chris Liebing, M.A.N.D.Y. Philipp, Italoboyz, and Shin Nishimura.
May 23, D-Park TEL (8610) 8591 1014
A-Trak
A-Trak is the world's youngest DMC champ, and he has also won
the world ITF title as well as the Vestax Crown, the only DJ ever
to win all three. A-Trak remains Kanye West's tour DJ. At the
same time his mind-blowing skills at mixing electro, 80's, funk
and hip hop into one seamless party-rocking groove sets him apart
from the rest. 9pm-2am, May 27. Punk TEL (8610) 6410 5222
DJ
James Zabiela
James Zabiela is a DJ from Southampton, Britain whose signature
style is a fusion of Breakbeat and House music. DJ James Zabiela
is well known for his turntable skills, extensive use of loops
and effects, and the use of the Pioneer CDJ1000s, EFX1000 as well
as more recently using Ableton Live. 9pm-2am, May 22. Angel Club
TEL (8610) 6552 8888
Peter
Ritzen China Tour
Belgium pianist Peter Ritzen is coming for a tour performance
in China. Tickets selling for RMB60-880. 7:30pm, May 22. Haidian
Theatre TEL (8610) 6255 8026
The
Return Of DJ Mixwell
BLING + Pommery Champagne presents the return of DJ Mixwell!!
The first guest DJ to ever play at BLING, with some of the most
innovative scratches and his undeniable gift to turntablism, we
just couldn't get enough of this superstar DJ. Cover: RMB50 (Free
entry before 11pm). Reservations for table bookings are highly
recommended. May 23. Bling Club All Star TEL 138 1055 7239
Two
Films From Lu Yue: The Obscure/Blade Vs. Blade
7:00pm-8:30pm will show The Obscure (Xiao Shuo) and 8:30pm-10:00pm
will be the show time for Blade Vs. Blade (Shi San Ke Pao Tong).
The screening will be followed by a Q & A session with Director
Lu Yue. RMB50/RMB30 for students. May 31. Yugong Yishan TEL (8610)
6404 2711
Spanish
Magic
Tickets selling for RMB80-1400. May 28-29, Century Theatre TEL
(8610) 6466 3311 |
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In China: What can you do to help?
There are so many non-profit and non-governmental
organizations operating in China doing so much great work.
But what can you do to help donate or volunteer? You can
sign-up to receive periodic information about the fantastic
opportunities to help a needy family in China. Visit http://www.charityinchina.com/signup/
to get started with CharityInChina.org!
 The
St. David's Society of Beijing
The SDSB provides cultural and social experiences
for those Welsh, Chinese and others, which regularly include
a celebration of St. David's Day (Gwyl Dewi Sant), Christmas
party, rugby games, quiz nights and the like, to ensure
that the 'hwyl' of Welshness is not lost in Beijing. For
further information, please contact The Bard, Gilbard Honey-Jones
on headmaster@britishschool.org.cn
or telephone (8610) 8532 3088.
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Are You an Alumni of an Australian University?
The Australia China China Alumni Association is a not-for-profit
group open to all alumni of all Australian Universities.
We run monthly events in Beijing and Shanghai, ranging from
Ski Trips and hiking days, to Summer BBQs, networking drinks,
gala dinners, annual alumni awards, and more! Register on
our bilingual website at www.AustChinaAlumni.org
Taijiquan Workshop
Follow Han Laoshi to learn traditional style Taijiquan
for your life enhancement. Heidi will help for translation.
Wendesdays at 19:00 for beginners and Saturdays at 9:00am
for advanced level. Contact Heidi at heidihyshen@163.com
or 1300 103 9563.
The International Festival
Chorus (IFC) is always looking for experienced
choral singers of all voice types. The Chorus has members
from over twenty countries and performs large-scale choral
concerts three times a year. For more information or to
schedule an audition please visit us online at www.beijingifc.org
BICF Welcomes You
- Beijing International Christian Fellowship is an interdenominational
gathering for foreign passport holders. People from 60+
countries come together each Sunday morning at 9 and 11
am at the 21st Century Theater. For more information about
BICF, please contact us at www.bicf.org
or call us at (8610) 8454 3468
ClubFootball
Junior Soccer Coaching
FA-qualified coaches teach soccer skills in a fun environment
to boys and girls aged 4 to 18 of all playing levels! Beginners
are welcome, and classes run at 18 venues across Beijing
afterschool and at weekends. Sign up in March for Spring
programmes kicking off in early April! Please see www.clubfootball.com.cn,
mail coaching@wanguoqunxing.com,
or call (8610) 5130 6893/4/5/6 for full details.
The
Commonwealth Society of Beijing is a voluntary,
non-profit organization made up of members from the Commonwealth
countries. Members meet every second Tuesday of the month.
Membership fees are RMB100 per anum, a fee which creates
a basis for annual Charity fund-raising functions. For more
information, contact: sisneo@hotmail.com or tpbm@hotmail.com
Alcoholics
Anomymous - If you want to drink that is your business.
If you want to stop, that is our business. For more information
check out our website: aabeijing.com
or send us an email at: beijingfellows@yahoo.com
Beijing
Linux User Group
For Linux Newbies and Linux Experts, all are welcome! Send
an email to info@beijinglug.org
or visit our website at http://www.beijinglug.org
for more information about our monthly meetings.
River
of Grace Church
"The River" is an English language international
church for foreign passport holders. Sunday worship services
begin 10:00 a.m., with pre-servic! e prayer starting at
9:30 a.m. We are meeting temporarily at the Yu Yang Hotel
(No. 18 Xin Yuan Xili Middle Street, Chaoyang District,
Phone: (86)10-64669988). Home groups meet on Wednesday,
Thursday, and Saturday in the Chaoyang area. For the latest
information, check our website at www.theriverofgrace.com
Brazilian
Jiu-Jitsu -- Learn to defend yourself against a
bigger, stronger and heavier opponent. Club meets every
week on TUE, THU, SAT from 7:45 to 9:00 pm at East Gate
Plaza. Contact Andy 1380-137-8214 or email bjjbeijing@yahoo.com
for more info.
Chinese
Culture Club is a non-profit organization with
interesting lectures, trips, hands-on activities and courses.
Open to anyone. All events have English narration/translation.
More info: 64329341
International
Friendship Football Club in Beijing
Men, Women and Youth Football every weekend. Anyone (from
beginner to high level) is welcomed to join a team or if
you have team your are welcomed to join too. We play on
grass fields near Wangjing. 100RMB / 50RMB students are
the member fees for one year season. For more information
please check out our website: www.triggerfish.de/iffc
or e-mail: iffc@263.net.cn
or call: 6234 7106.
The
Italian Women's Association is a non-profit, non-religious,
non-political organization. the association is open to everybody,
as an opportunity of meeting, exchange and solidarity. Meeting
held each first and third Thursday of the month at 10.30
a.m at the Cultural Institute of the Italian Embassy (Sanlitun
Dong Er Jie). For further information, please contact: pechinodonne@hotmail.com. |
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